Cusconine

/ˌkʌsˈkoʊniːn/ noun

Definition

A variant spelling of cusconin, referring to the same bitter alkaloid compound found in certain plants.

Etymology

An alternative form of cusconin using the '-ine' ending, a standard suffix variant in chemical nomenclature for alkaloids and organic compounds.

Kelly Says

Like cuscohygrine, this shows how scientific naming can have multiple correct spellings depending on the era and which chemist first described the compound!

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